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Belden® Copper Catalog Belden® Copper Catalog Belden Copper Systems Our End-to-End Expertise Your End-to-End Solution Introducing Industry-leading, end-to-end structured cabling solutions with best-in-class performance guarantees in all categories. • Reliable network performance • Maximum network speed and uptime • Reduced installation time and costs • Simplified deployment • Versatility in supporting applications • Maximized bundle sizes under full PoE load www.belden.com/revconnect Faster. Easier. Better. Belden Copper Systems Provide Reliable, End-to-End Networking Performance Cabling is the core foundation of every network — its ability to provide high-performance, Table of Contents reliable transmission is essential for carrying out day-to-day business operations. From critical Introduction 3-6 110 Cross-Connect System 47 data center links that connect network switches 1200 Shielded Cables 48 and servers, to horizontal and backbone links Section 1 – Category 6A that deliver voice, data and video for networking, REVConnect Systems 7-22 CAT5E Shielded System 49-50 communications, audio visual, security and 10GXS Cables 8 Section 4 – Workstation Outlets 51-65 building management applications, Belden has 10GXW Cables 9 KeyConnect Stainless Steel, and end-to-end copper cabling systems to address 10GX Patch Panels 10 Tamper-Resistant Faceplates 52 your current networking challenges while providing bandwidth and scalability for the 10GX Connectors, Tools and Accessories 11 KeyConnect Adapters, Boxes needs of the future. 10GX Modular Patch Cords 12 and Media Boxes 53 Small-Diameter Patch Cords 13 Multimedia Modules, Field-Crimpable Kits, REVConnect Plugs, Accessories 54 10GX Traceable Patch Cords 14 MediaFlex Faceplate Kits, Plates, 10GX Modular Pigtails 15 LEED documents are available Adapter Boxes 55 10GX REVConnect Pre-Terminated for several products. See specific MediaFlex Angled Edge Faceplate Kits, Cabling System 16 product pages for LEED document Faceplates, Adapter Boxes 56 retrieval instructions. 10GX Pre-Terminated Cabling System 17 MediaFlex Inserts, Multimedia Inserts 57 10GX REVConnect Wall-Mount System 18 Cable products compliant with Living Building Interface Plates, MDVO Faceplates 58 Challenge requirements are on page 68. 10GX Shielded Cables 19 Interface Surface Adapter Boxes, 10GX Shielded System 20-21 MDVO Adapters 59 10GX Shielded Pre-Terminated Cabling System 22 Multimedia Outlet Boxes, Modules, Adapters 60 Section 2 – Category 6 Multi-User Outlet Box, Adapter Strips, REVConnect Systems 23-37 CAT5E BIX DVO Outlets 61 3600 Cables 24 Accessories 62 2400 Cables 25 REVConnect and KeyConnect Tools CAT6+ Patch Panels 26 and Accessories 63 CAT6+ Connectors, Tools and Accessories 27 Tools 64 CAT6+ Modular Patch Cords 28 LabelFlex Labels 65 Small-Diameter Patch Cords 29 Section 5 – Data & Power Beyond PoE 66-68 CAT6+ Traceable Patch Cords 30 Digital ElectricityTM Cables 67 CAT6+ Modular Pigtails 31 FiberExpress Hybrid Copper-Fiber Cables 68 CAT6+ REVConnect Pre-Terminated Cabling Section 6 – Miscellaneous Cables 69-75 System 32 DataTwist 5e Cable, Category 5e 70 CAT6+ Pre-Terminated Cabling System 33 1200 Siamese Cables and Category 6, 5e, CAT6+ GigaBIX IDC System 34 Limited Combustible Cables 71 2400 Shielded Cables 35 Category 6A, 6, 5e, Indoor/Outdoor (I/O) CAT6+ Shielded System 36-37 and Outdoor Cables 72 Section 3 – Category 5e Category 3, Horizontal and Backbone REVConnect Systems 38-50 Indoor Cables 73 1200 Cables 39 Patch Cable, Category 6 and 5e 74 CAT5E Patch Panels 40 Category 5e, Backbone Indoor Cables and Category 6, MediaTwist Cables 75 CAT5E Patch Panels and Boxes 41 CAT5E Connectors, Tools and Accessories 42 Part Number Index 76-83 CAT5E EZ-MDVO Modular Jacks 43 Customer Service and CAT5E Modular Patch Cords 44 Other Belden Contacts Back Cover CAT5E Modular Pigtails 45 BIX Cross-Connect System 46 www.belden.com 1.800.BELDEN.1 (800.235.3361) 3 Representing Networking Leadership at Every Turn REVConnect Systems offer industry-leading, REVConnect 2400 System end-to-end structured cable solutions with The REVConnect 2400 System offers moderate best-in-class performance guarantees in communications performance for general all categories. This provides greater peace business applications and transactions, of mind in knowing that your network including advanced file sharing and infrastructure will support increasing demands. downloads. It offers increased performance REVConnect components are designed for guarantees across all electrical parameters seamless compatibility, easy installation and and a guaranteed bandwidth of 250 MHz to in support of current and next-generation Five different levels of support 10/100/1000BASE-T applications with network applications. REVConnect Systems enhanced, error-free Category 6 performance. offer unmatched system reliability, ease of Belden Copper Systems With cables, modular jacks, cords, patch deployment and application versatility. panels and a cross-connect system, the to meet customers’ REVConnect 2400 System is an ideal market- entry solution for businesses ready for reliable, REVConnect 10GXS System specific needs. end-to-end Category 6 performance. Ideal for demanding applications, Belden’s REVConnect 10GXS System combines REVConnect 1200 System high-performance connectivity with the best For networks requiring only Category 5e mechanical and electrical characteristics performance, the REVConnect 1200 System possible in a Category 6A cable. This is the best-performing Category 5e system system supports mission-critical smart available. The REVConnect 1200 System buildings, data centers, efficient 100W exceeds all requirements for Category 5e PoE applications and noisy environments performance with guaranteed bandwidth to 160 that present lots of signal interference. MHz—more bandwidth than typical Category 5e systems. Ideal for budget-conscious and REVConnect 10GXW System short-term investments, the REVConnect 1200 The REVConnect 10GXW System offers System is robust enough to support a variety outstanding noise immunity and reliability. Its of basic business applications in standard cable and connectivity are designed to support environments, including basic PoE. multi-gigabit, in-building wireless applications (up to 10G), such as Wi-Fi 6 and small cells, as well as smart building applications and MPTL device connections in the extended LAN. REVConnect 3600 System The REVConnect 3600 System offers the best price-performance ratio of any end-to-end Category 6 system on the market. With guaranteed performance to 300 MHz, the REVConnect 3600 System offers headroom beyond the TIA/EIA Category 6 standard to support any current IP-based application, including VoIP, PoE, wireless access points and building automation systems. Increased performance guarantees across all electrical parameters, combined with a compact size and REVConnect Connectivity for rapid deployment with less rework, make the REVConnect 3600 System the most cost- effective solution for high-traffic and high bit-rate applications throughout the LAN. 4 1.800.BELDEN.1 (800.235.3361) www.belden.com Faster. Easier. Better. Belden REVConnect Systems – Performance and Component Selection Matrix System 10GXS System 10GXW System 3600 System 2400 System 1200 System Performance Category 6A Category 6 Category 5e Standard Best-in-Class Support Available and Warranties* 625 MHz 500 MHz 300 MHz 250 MHz 160 MHz Bandwidth All Belden REVConnect Systems are backed Cable 10GXS Series 10GXW Series 3600 Series 2400 Series 1200 Series by expert service and technical support, and Selection a commitment to delivering high-performance, 10GX REVConnect BIX and 110 reliable transmission solutions. Belden backs Wall-Mount System GigaBIX Cross-Connect Cross-Connect certified systems with two unique, best-in- class warranties for complete peace of mind: 10GX Modular CAT5E Modular a 25-Year Product Warranty and a Lifetime Patch Panels Patch Panels CAT6+ Modular Patch Panels Application Assurance Program. From the Connectivity 10GX CAT5E date of installation, the 25-Year Product Modular Jacks CAT6+ Modular Jacks Modular Jacks Selection CAT6+ Modular Patch Cords Warranty warrants against defects in materials 10GX CAT5E Modular and workmanship, and guarantees that Modular Patch Cords Patch Cords components meet or exceed all applicable REVConnect, KeyConnect and Flex Modular Patch Panels standards. Under the Lifetime Application Assurance Program, Belden warrants that MediaFlex, KeyConnect, Interface and MDVO Outlet Hardware each certified REVConnect System will deliver (Configurable with appropriate modules) its specified throughput rate and minimum bandwidth capabilities, and be capable of operating the applications that the system was originally designed to support, as well Belden REVConnect Shielded Systems – Performance and Component Selection Matrix as any new applications, for the lifetime of Shielded the installed system. 10GX Shielded System 2400 Shielded System 1200 Shielded System System *When installed by a Belden Certified Partner Performance Category 6A Category 6 Category 5e Standard Available 625 MHz 250 MHz 160 MHz Contact Belden Today Bandwidth For more information about Belden Copper Cable 10GX Shielded Series 2400 Shielded Series 1200 Shielded Series Systems, call 1.800.BELDEN.1 (800.235.3361) Selection or visit www.belden.com. 10GX Shielded Modular Jacks CAT6+ Shielded Modular Jacks CAT5E Shielded Modular Jacks 10GX Shielded Modular Patch Cords CAT6+ Shielded Modular Patch Cords CAT5E Shielded Modular Patch Cords Connectivity
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